Simplified mock trials to encourage independent thinking about the role of law in society.

Simplified Mock Trails

A Learning Foundation program.
Mock trials and simplified mock trials have proven to be an effective learning tool for elementary and secondary school students to help develop useful knowledge about the law, questioning techniques, critical thinking, and oral advocacy skills.

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Guide to Mock Trials
• "The mock trial has proven to be an effective learning tool for elementary and secondary school students. It helps students develop useful knowledge about the law, questioning techniques, critical thinking, and oral advocacy skills...." Go to this Law and Society lesson
• Extend the Lesson with American high school students from 42 states competing in: The (American) National High School Mock Trial Championship

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